Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical or Electrical Bias Location: Lancaster Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per annum + shift allowance Shifts: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm / 10pm–6am The Opportunity An established manufacturing business is entering an exciting phase of growth, with ambitious plans to double in size over the next two years. We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to help keep production running reliably and support the next stage of the site's development. Joining a newly structured maintenance team under a new Maintenance Manager, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible difference—improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime and helping build a more proactive approach to maintenance. The role combines mechanical and electrical repairs, and engineers with either a mechanical or electrical bias are welcome to apply. You'll need a willingness to work across both disciplines and develop your broader maintenance skills. The Role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you'll maintain a varied range of production equipment, including injection moulding machines, ultrasonic welders, robotics, conveyors and automated assembly lines. Key responsibilities will include: Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults, getting production running again safely and efficiently. Carry out planned and preventative maintenance, helping develop and improve maintenance schedules. Investigate recurring faults and implement lasting fixes that reduce unplanned downtime. Troubleshoot issues involving sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, drives and PLC-controlled equipment, according to your skills and experience. Support machine set-ups, changeovers, tooling changes and equipment installation and commissioning. Record breakdowns, causes and repairs to help identify trends and prevent repeat failures.
Maintenance Engineer in Lancaster employer: Probus Recruitment
Join a well-established UK infrastructure and highways organisation that prioritises employee development and offers a supportive work culture. As an HR Adviser in Birmingham, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, a company car or allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous pension contributions and professional qualifications funding. This role not only provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee relations across multiple sites but also fosters long-term career growth in a dynamic and operationally focused environment.
